Carbondale and the southern Illinois region are known for offering quality education opportunities. The Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have these fine institutions as members.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is the largest employer in Southern Illinois and the home of over 20,000 students. Each year, SIUC welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries who take advantage of outstanding academic programs, pursuing associates, bachelors, masters, doctoral, and professional degrees in law and medicine. With a beautiful campus, some of the country’s best researchers, and top notch athletics, Southern Illinois is a great place for those who want to achieve balance in their higher learning experience.

The University works well with the Chamber of Commerce, especially through the Saluki Pride Committee. The Chamber and the University are a winning combination that benefits the community, students and more. To learn more, visit the Saluki Pride Committee

To learn more about other educational opportunities in our area, visit their links below

Elementary Schools

Carbondale New School 618-457-4765
1302 E. Pleasant Hill Rd. Carbondale, IL 62901

Trinity Christian School 618-529-5733
1218 W. Freeman Carbondale, IL 62901

Unity Point School District No. 140 618-529-4151
4033 S. Illinois Ave. Carbondale, IL 62903

High Schools

Brehm Preparatory School 618-457-0371
1245 E. Grand Ave. Carbondale, IL 62901

Carbondale Community High School 618-457-3371
330 S. Giant City Rd. Carbondale, IL 62901

Higher Education

John A. Logan College 618-985-3741
700 Logan College Road Carterville, IL 62918

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Southern Illinois Research Park 618-453-3427
150 E. Pleasant Hill Rd. Carbondale, IL 62903

Alumni Association 618-453-2408
1235 Douglas Dr. Colyer Hall, 2nd floor Carbondale, IL 62901

College of Business 618-453-3328
1025 Lincoln Dr., Rehn Hall Carbondale, IL 62901

Division of Continuing Education SIUC 618-536-7751
703 S. Washington St. Building C, Carbondale, IL 62901

Office of the President 618-536-3331

1250 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901 

Miscellaneous

Connecting All Parents with School 618-521-1004
P.O. Box 2992 Carbondale, IL 62902

Hannah House Child Development Center 618-457-8801
P. O. Box 999 Carbondale, IL 62903

TESSI (Talent Education School of So. IL) 618-457-6300
705 W. Main Street, Suite B1, Carbondale, IL 62901

Touch of Nature Environmental Center 618-453-1121
1206 Touch of Nature Road Makanda, IL 62958